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Getting Started with PCH-SIG

This guide walks you through your first steps with PCH-SIG. By the end of this tutorial, you will know how to navigate the application and perform basic operations.

Prerequisites​

Before you begin, make sure you have:

  • A PCH-SIG user account
  • A modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge)
  • A stable internet connection
Getting an account

Contact your system administrator to obtain your login credentials.

Step 1: Logging into the Application​

1.1 Accessing PCH-SIG​

Open your browser and go to the address:

https://sig.ucp-pch.org

1.2 Logging In​

  1. Enter your email address
  2. Enter your password
  3. Click Log in
Forgot your password?

Click "Forgot password" to receive a reset link by email.

Step 2: Discovering the Interface​

After logging in, you arrive at the dashboard.

Interface Elements​

PCH-SIG User Interface

#ElementDescription
1Logo and TitleApplication identity
2Side MenuNavigation to modules
3Main AreaContent and data
4Profile MenuSettings and logout

Step 3: Navigating the Modules​

The side menu provides access to modules:

  • Registry: Households, Beneficiaries, ASC
  • Transfers: Payment cycles, Payments
  • GIS Map: Geographic visualization
  • Reports: Dashboards and exports
  • Settings: Configuration (admin)

Typical Navigation​

  1. Click on a module in the menu
  2. Use filters to refine your search
  3. Click on an item to view details
  4. Use action buttons (Edit, Delete, etc.)

Step 4: Searching for a Household​

4.1 Accessing the Household List​

  1. In the menu, click Registry > Households
  2. The list of households is displayed

4.2 Using Filters​

Filter by:

  • Region / Sector / Municipality
  • Status (Active, Graduated, Suspended)
  • Text search (head of household name, code)

Available filters follow the geographic hierarchy:

Geographic hierarchy

4.3 Viewing Details​

Click on a row to open the complete household file.

Step 5: Viewing a Beneficiary​

5.1 From the Household File​

  1. Open a household
  2. In the Members section, click on a beneficiary

5.2 Available Information​

  • Personal data
  • Identity documents
  • Payment history
  • Status and conditionalities

Next Steps​

Now that you know the basics, continue with:

Congratulations!

You have completed the getting started tutorial. You are ready to use PCH-SIG!